It's almost football season!

The Atlanta Falcons report to training camp Wednesday officially kicking off the preseason.

The Falcons, who were 8-8 last season, will hold several practices open to the public at their team head quarters in Flowery Branch beginning Thursday. On the first weekend, the Falcons mascot and cheerleaders will be available to meet and there will be contests to win prizes.

The team's headquarters is located at 4400 Falcon Pkwy, Flowery Branch, Ga. 30542. Parking will be located accross the street from the facility at Hog Mountain Park.

Gates open an hour before practice time unless otherwise noted.

Here are the days training camp is open to the public:

Thursday, July 28 - Practice 10 a.m.- Noon

Friday, July 29 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon

Saturday, July 30 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon, Gates Open at 8:30 a.m. for Freddie the Falcon's Summer Bash

Sunday, July31 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon, Gates Open at 8:30 a.m. for Play Football Month Photo Day

Tuesday, August 2 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon

Wednesday, August 3 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon

Thursday, August 4 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon

Friday, August 5 - Friday Night Lights @ Grayson High School 7 - 9 p.m.

Sunday, August 7 - Practice 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Monday, August 8 - Practice 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Tuesday, August 9 - Practice 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 10 - Practice 11:30 a.m.- 1:15 p.m.

Thursday, August 11- Preseason Game vs. Redskins @ Georgia Dome 7 p.m.

Sunday, August 14 - Practice 10 a.m.- Noon, Military Appreciation Day

Monday, August 15 - Practice 10 a.m.- Noon

Tuesday, August 16 - Practice 10 a.m. - Noon

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